Ali Sami

ABOUT Ali Sami

Co-Founding Partner – Head of Corporate

Anti-Money Laundering (AML/CFT) & KYC Frameworks   /   Banking & Finance Regulatory Compliance   /   Commercial Contracts (construction, marketing, employment, consultancy)   /   Company Formation & Restructuring   /   Corporate & Commercial Law   /   Corporate Governance & Internal Policies   /   Employment, Labor & Social Security   /   Foreign Investment & Market Entry into Iraq   /   Regulatory Compliance & Licensing   /   Tax Compliance (CIT & PIT)
Phone: +9647842000509

About

Ali Sami is a Corporate & Commercial Lawyer and Co-Founding Partner at LEXIR Law Firm, based in Baghdad. He leads the Corporate practice, advising local and international clients on company formation and restructuring, foreign investment and market entry, complex commercial contracts, regulatory compliance, AML/CFT and KYC frameworks, labour and social security, and tax matters in Iraq.

He brings extensive experience from his work with leading international and regional organisations, combining deep knowledge of Iraqi law with practical, business-focused solutions and a strong commitment to efficient, tech-driven legal services.

Education

  • LL.M., National University of Malaysia – Legal Framework on Combating the Crime of Money Laundering in Iraq
  • LL.B., Dijlah University College

Leadership, Membership & Honors

  • Co-Founding Partner & Head of Corporate, LEXIR Law Firm
  • Member, Iraq Bar Association
  • Former Corporate Legal Manager, ORA Developers Horizon (Iraq Branch)
  • Former Legal Associate – Corporate & Commercial Practice Group, Eversheds Sutherland
  • Former Assistant Compliance Officer, Bank Audi (Iraq Branches)

Ali is recognised for his ability to navigate complex Iraqi regulatory frameworks, coordinate with public authorities, and provide clear, hands-on guidance that enables clients to operate confidently, compliantly, and efficiently in the Iraqi market.

Areas of Expertise

Corporate & Commercial Law; Company Formation & Restructuring; Foreign Investment & Market Entry; Commercial Contracts (construction, marketing, consultancy, employment); Regulatory Compliance & Licensing; AML/CFT & KYC; Banking & Finance Regulatory Compliance; Employment, Labour & Social Security; Tax Compliance (CIT & PIT); Corporate Governance & Internal Policies.

Attorney Skills

Corporate & Commercial Law 95%
Contract Drafting & Negotiation 95%
Regulatory Compliance & AML/CFT 92%
Market Entry & Licensing 90%
Employment & Social Security 88%
Tax Compliance 85%